INCUBATOR & ACCESSORY INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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1. Model 10200 Circulated Air Incubator Features fully installed Circulated Air Fan Kit to help keep temperature uniform inside the incubator Features two 4 x 8 viewing windows Comes complete with thermometer solid state thermostat and built in moisture rings in the base of the incuba tor Approximate capacity without automatic egg turner is 46 chicken eggs 118 quail eggs 90 pheas ant eggs 40 turkey or duck eggs Follow the same operating instructions as the Model 9200 except where noted Model 9200 Still Air Incubator Features two 4 x 8 viewing windows Comes complete with thermometer solid state thermostat and built in moisture rings in the base of the incubator Approximate capacity without automatic egg tumer is 46 chicken eggs 118 quail eggs 90 pheasant eggs 40 turkey or duck eggs 10200 Circulated Air Incubator For chicken quail pheasant turkey and duck egg 9200 Still Air Incubator For chicken quail pheasant turkey and duck eggs 6300 Automatic Egg Turner For chicken quail and pheasant eggs 7200 Circulated Air Fan Kit For chicken quail pheasant turkey and duck eggs 6302 Quail Rails Kit For quail and and other small eggs WARNING Model 7200 Circulated Air Fan Kit Converts the Model 9200 Still Air Incubator to a circulated air incubator Helps improve hatch conditions by circulating a constant flow of warm air sold separately 7 Model 6300 Model 6302 Quail Egg2. individual egg trays by offset arms while still in a horizontal position from 9 l offset arm notch in base and pull slightly to release the pin from the corresponding DOD hole in the base Repeat with all six trays a until you are left with an empty base a G i Place egg trays and base in dishwasher lp S gt run and dry 5 continued Washing the Automatic Egg Turner continued Assembly Select one of the six egg trays and attach the position cover to the egg tray location nearest the offset arm end by inserting the circular pins on the position cover into the aligning holes on the egg tray large egg trays only Once in place press cover firmly into holes Attach egg tray with cover to the motor end of the base The motor location 1s rec ognizable by the two holes in the extended plastic end Holding the egg tray vertical with the offset arm in a horizontal position insert the round pin on the end of the tray into the corresponding hole in the base With the egg tray still vertical rotate the egg tray downwards so the offset arm end pivot slides into the corresponding notch in the base Repeat with remaining five egg trays until all six are aligned with the base Once all egg trays are in the base keep all egg trays vertical and offset arms in a horizontal position Bring the connecting rod into position by holding it parallel to the base and slightly above the offset arms The T shaped end of the connecti
3. PLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR USE AND ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON OUR PART WE NEITHER ASSUME NOR AUTHORIZE ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR US ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF MILLER PRODUCTS OR ANY PART THEREOF WHICH HAS BEEN SUBJECT TO ACCIDENT NEGLIGENCE ALTERATION ABUSE OR MISUSE WE MAKE NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER IN RESPECT TO ACCESSORIES OR PARTS NOT SUPPLIED BY US THE MODEL 9200 AND 10200 INCUBATORS ARE INTENDED FOR GENERAL POULTRY HOBBYISTS AND ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PROFESSIONAL OR COMMERCIAL USE OR FOR THE INCUBATION OF EXOTIC BIRDS DISCLAIMER DUE TO THE NUMEROUS FACTORS RELATING TO THE HATCHING OF EGGS MILLER MFG CO MAKES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER IN RESPECT TO THE NUMBER OF EGGS THAT WILL BE HATCHED USING THE MODEL 10200 CIRCULATED AIR INCU BATOR MODEL 9200 STILL AIR INCUBATOR OR THE MODEL 6300 AUTOMATIC EGG TURNER CONSULT WITH YOUR LIBRARY LOCAL HATCHERY OR THE INTERNET FOR HATCHING GUIDELINES SPECIFIC TO THE TYPE OF EGGS YOU PLAN TO INCUBATE One source for hatching information can be found at www msstate edu dept poultry hatch htm ane Miller Manufacturing Company 1450 West 1 3th Street Glencoe MN 55336 Customer Service 800 260 0888 FAX 952 846 2301 www miller nmfg com ee
4. Trays Kit Replaces standard egg rails with rails specif ically designed to hold up to 120 quail or other small eggs sold separately How An Incubator Works Automatic Egg Turner Features motorized egg turner with six large egg racks holding up to seven eggs each Safely turns eggs to prevent the yoke from settling to one side and to exercise the embryo This eliminates turning the eggs by hand which is the most demanding and time consuming part of egg incubation Fits models 9200 and 10200 Incubators Turkey and duck eggs will not fit in the Automatic Egg Turner sold separately The function of an incubator is to bring normal room temperature up to a desired temperature for hatching eggs If your room temperature is constant and free of drafts your Little Giant incubator will need very few adjustments once regulated If your room temperature fluctuates more than a few degrees your incubator will need periodic adjustments Be sure to monitor your incubator regularly Consult with your library local hatchery or the internet for hatching guidelines specific to the type of eggs you plan to incubate A WARNING This product must be used with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCT protected outlet DO NOT connect the product to an outlet with extension cords DO NOT expose the product s electrical parts to water How to Use Your Little Giant Incubator amp Accessories Note Due to different hatching requirements i
5. ng rod should align with the motor location Lower the connecting rod so each egg tray offset arm slips into place into the corresponding notch in the connecting rod Carefully rotate the six egg trays while holding the offset arms in the notches in the base and connecting rod until all offset arms are in a verti cal position and the egg trays are level Place a flat object on the level egg trays to retain position for motor installation Slide the white plastic lever on the side reverse of the power cord on the motor down into the T shaped bracket at the end of the connecting rod When in place the two holes at the base of the motor should align direct ly with the two holes in the projecting plastic of the base Insert two screws through the frame and tighten into holes in motor flange to secure Line up the power cord exiting the motor with the side of base that has a notch molded in it Find the larger groove in power cord and slide into the notch in the base Troubleshooting Tips For Incubator Use Uncover Is unit plugged in Problem Indicator light not coming On Is there power to this outlet Are you using a surge protector Indicator light flickering This is normal Loss of power Is unit plugged in Possible Reasons Erratic power source The unit is adjusting to temperature changes or variations Erratic power source or loose wire Are you using a surge protector Incubator not heating to 100 F Is room temperat
6. re acceptable Fertility testing should be conducted at two different times Testing is done by candling all eggs in the incubator A candler can be made using a shoe box or can Make a hole with a diameter of about 25 the size of the egg about the size of a quarter in the top of the box or can Set the egg on this hole Now place a strong light source a mechanics trouble light or flashlight will do under the box or can Light will pass through the hole into the egg so that it is illuminated If you observe a cloudy spot or mass then a live growing embryo is present e If the contents of the egg allow light to pass through it uniformly then it can be assumed the egg is not fertile Remove it from the incubator Some of the embryos that looked healthy during your first fertility test may have weakened and died by the second fertility test These eggs and any eggs that show signs of blood spots should be removed from the incubator S Step 9 Hatching Eggs When you have 3 days remaining until hatch stop turning the eggs If you have an automatic turner unplug it and remove it from the incubator Carefully place eggs on the wire screen Remove both red vent plugs from the top of the incubator to increase ventilation Increase the humidity level see step 4 This allows the chick to rotate freely while breaking the shell during hatching Do not open incubator except to remove chicks Chicks can be removed from the incuba
7. re beginning a hatch you need to regulate the incubator tempera ture Turn the control knob fully clockwise The red indicator light will come on and the element will begin to heat Watch the thermometer as the incubator heats up As soon as it registers to the temperature recom mended for the species you are hatching turn the control knob slowly Adjust the control knob counter clockwise to decrease heat and clock wise to increase heat until you have it regulated to hold at the desired temperature The red indicator light may flicker off and on during this process This is normal and indicates that the incubator is adjusting to changes in both internal and external air temperatures Run the incubator for 6 8 hours At the end of this time make sure the desired temperature was maintained If so you are ready to incubate S Step 4 Humidity Control and Ventilation Fill the moisture rings in the bottom of the incubator with water Water will help keep eggs naturally moist Check moisture rings daily adding lukewarm water as needed If the room where your incubator is placed has good natural moisture content add water less frequently than if your climate or room conditions are dry Good ventilation is important in the hatching process Air exchange is needed during embryo development and should be increased as chicks start to hatch Remove one of the red plastic vent plugs on the top of the incubator One is located between the two window
8. s toward the front of the incuba tor closest to the power cord The second is located at the opposite end of the incubator furthest from the power cord If your incubator has a fan kit evaporation may occur at a more rapid rate If so you will need to add water more frequently Step 5 Maintain Sanitary Conditions Embryos are extremely susceptible to dis ease from bacteria Hand perspiration or other foreign materials block the pores of the shells and can permeate the egg resulting in bacterial growth Always wash hands with anti bacterial soap before handling eggs Avoid excess handling of eggs Avoid breathing on eggs particularly if you have a cold or are ill Eggs should be held in a cool location between 50 55 F until you are ready to incubate Do not refrigerate A Step 6 Mark and Set the Eggs If using the Automatic Egg Turner Set eggs in the turner with the small end down Do not put goose or other large eggs in the turner They are too large for the egg cups and may come in contact with the heating element or fall out of the cups Do not place an egg in the hole closest to the motor Do not over load the Automatic Egg Turner You will note that with the Automatic Egg Turner the eggs sit up higher and are closer to the heating element Place the Thermometer with the permanently attached plastic holder so that it lays flat on the top of the eggs to assure the temperature reading 1s taken at the top of the eggs Line
9. similar shaped object lay it across the edge of the incubator and press down to form a slot in the location shown Install Circulated Air Fan Kit if purchased separately see separate instructions included with Fan Kit The Circulated Air Fan Kit converts the model 9200 Still Air Incubator to a Circulated Air Incubator The fan kit helps keep the temperature uniform throughout the incubator The fan circulates the air It does not regulate the temperature The model 6300 Automatic Egg Turner is sold separately and fits either incubator Six Large Egg Trays are included with the Automatic Egg Turner The Automatic Egg Turner makes one complete cycle 30 degrees side to side every 4 hours IMPORTANT DO NOT MOVE THE EGG TRAYS BY HAND The egg turner moves very slowly It takes 4 hours to complete a 30 degree side to side cycle This movement may not be detected by the naked eye Unpack the Automatic Egg Turner from the box holding it over the incubator line up the power cord exiting the motor with the side of the incubator bottom that has a notch molded in it Place the automatic egg turner in the incubator so it fits flat on all four corners over the wire mesh floor Plug the cord into a surge protector Plug the surge protec tor into a 110 volt GFCI protected outlet On 240 400 volt model attach plug required by country standards Please calibrate the thermometer with one known to be accurate A Step 3 Incubator Regulation Befo
10. t is recommended that you hatch only one species of egg per hatch For example it is not recommended that you attempt to hatch chicken and quail eggs at the same time in the same incubator Please refer to your local library or the World Wide Web for additional hatching information A Step 1 Choosing The Proper Location For Your Incubator Install your incubator in a room that has a stable temperature Avoid setting your incubator in drafty areas like near a window or on a porch Avoid direct sunlight The ideal room temperature is 70 F The model 10200 Circulated Air Incubator and the model 9200 Still Air Incubator outfitted with a Circulated Air Fan Kit sold separately can operate in room temperatures between 60 F 80 F The Still Air Incubator without a Circulated Air Fan Kit can operate in a room tem peratures between 65 F and 72 F 6200 6300 A Cord Exit Slot Cord Exit Slot Step 2 Installation and Set Up l Unpack your incubator The top half should be complete with windows element thermostat i ii indicator light and power cord Place the wire Jf screen in the incubator bottom Line up the cord NM A exit slot in the top half with the slot in the Screen A bottom half This notch is used for the Figure A power cord when using the Automatic Egg Turner IMPORTANT If you have a model 9200 or 10200 incubator without a model 6300 power cord exit slot see Figure A you must add one Use a screw driver or
11. the notches in the top half of the incu bator with the notches in the bottom half make sure the power cord 1s Consult your local library local hatchery or the World Vde Web for information and tips on successtul hatching aligned with the appropriate slot before setting the top in place and pluging in the Automatic egg turn er You can now view the temperature readings thru the window IMPORTANT The mode 9200 and 10200 incuba Pe tors were previously supplied with a thermometer s l that was attached to a metal bracket you must use LaS the new thermometer supplied with the Automatic Egg Turner The new thermometer supplied with the Automatic Egg Turner is mounted to a permanent clear plastic holder and is placed flat on top of the eggs If you do not have an Automatic Egg Turner Using a lead pencil lightly place a small x on one side of each egg and an o on the other side Do not use pen or markers as they may contaminate the eggshell This mark will help you identify when eggs have been turned Place the eggs in the incubator so that they lay sideways on the wire screen Do not overcrowd eggs Place the Thermometer with the perma nently attached plastic holder so that it lays flat on the top of the eggs Warm air rises and the thermometer should be read at the top of the eggs Set the top of the incubator in place and if necessary move the thermometer so you can view the temperature readings thru either
12. tor when they are completely dry Some chicks may hatch late so continue to run the incubator for a few extra days beyond the normal hatch period Hatching Temperature F Estimated Days Bird for Hatching Chicken 99 5 Bobwhite Quail 99 5 Cortunix Quail 99 9 Pheasant 99 5 Chukar Turkey Duck Goose Guinea For more information on incubating consult your local library or the World Wide Web A Step 10 Post Hatch When chicks are removed from the incubator they must have a place that is warm and dry Please consult your library internet or local hatchery for information on brooding feeding and watering After all chicks have been removed from the incubator rinse the bottom with anti bacterial soap Do not scrub as this will cause damage to the incubator The Automatic Egg Turner base and trays can be washed in a dishwasher after the egg turner has been properly disassembled see below Lift Motor Washing the Automatic Egg Turner Disassembly Place complete Automatic Egg Turner on a flat surface Slide power cord horizon tally to remove from notch in base Loosen two screws connecting the motor to base and remove Slide motor upward releasing the white plastic lever from T bracket of connecting rod Remove Turn connecting rod so offset arms rest in o Screws a horizontal position and egg trays are i vertical Lift offset arm to release con necting rod from notches 0 Q 7 Lift
13. ure between 65 and 72 Room may be too cold or drafty Is the ambient temperature consistent Is the unit located near any drafts Incubator drying out Did you add water to rings Room is excessively dry How much Add a wet sponge Temperature amp humidity are too low during hatch Replace the vent plug s The 9200 and 10200 Incubators are intended for general poultry hobbyists and are not recommended for professional or commercial use or for the incubation of exotic birds MILLER MFG CO WARRANTY Miller Mfg Co products are warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service Miller s obligation under this Warranty shall be limited to the repair or exchanges of any part or parts which may thus prove defective under normal use and serv ice within 30 days from the date of shipment by Miller to the original purchaser and which Miller examination shall disclose to its satisfaction to be thus defective Purchaser must deliver any part or parts to Miller Manufacturing Company 1450 West 13th Street Glencoe MN 55336 for examination DISCLAIMER DUE TO THE NUMEROUS FACTORS RELATING TO THE HATCHING OF EGGS MILLER MFG CO MAKES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER IN RESPECT TO THE NUMBER OF EGGS THAT WILL BE HATCHED USING THE 10200 CIRCULATED AIR INCUBATOR 9200 STILL AIR INCUBATOR OR THE 6300 AUTOMATIC EGG TURNER THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IM
14. window Allow at least 2 3 hours for the eggs to warm up to the temperature of the incubator Do not adjust the control knob during this time Do not open the incubator the first day after the eggs are set S Step 7 Turning The Eggs Turn the eggs at least 2 3x per day every day at the same time Avoid shocking and jarring the eggs Eggs can be rotated by removing a few from the center of the incubator and rolling the rest toward the center Using the palm of your hand gently roll the eggs until they have been turned Continue to turn eggs until 3 days prior to total incubation and hatching time If using the Automatic Egg Turner discontinue use 3 days prior to total incubation and hatching time see Step 9 Hatching Time and Temperature chart Unplug the turner and remove it from the incubator Carefully place eggs on the wire screen Miller Manufacturing Company 1450 West 13th St Glencoe MN 55336 Customer Service 800 2600888 FAX 952 846 230 1 vaw millermfg com Fertility Testino White clearshelled Eggs Darkshelled Eggs 3rd or 4th day of incubation 7th or 8th day of incubation Phase 2 14th day of incubation 14th day of incubation It is critical that you stop turning rotating eggs 3 days prior to incubation The chicks are positioning themselves for hatching S Step 8 Test Egg Fertility Fertility testing is done to make sure that embryos are developing proper ly and to test that humidity conditions a
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